Modern Drummer

Modern Drummer is the world’s most widely read drum magazine, is dedicated entirely to the art of drumming and caters to the needs of amateur, semi-pro, and professional drummers.

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September 2015 Issue of Modern Drummer featuring Gil Sharone

(Available in print August 4, 2015; digitally July 30, 2015) On the Cover Marilyn Manson’s Gil Sharone “I like being in situations where I’ll be super-distracted but I won’t get thrown off. If to get lost, all they’d have to…

Modern Drummer
Jul 31, 2015

VIDEO LESSON: Build a Beat! A Step-by-Step Approach

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Basics Build a Beat! A Step-by-Step Approach to Creating Unique and Interesting Grooves by Rich Redmond Over the years, my experiences…

Modern Drummer
Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO LESSON: Grooving in Form, Part 2: AABC

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Rock & Jazz Clinic Grooving in Form Part 2: AABC by Mike Johnston In our previous lesson (July 2015), we learned…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: RBH Drums Americana Jump Kit

 This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up RBH Drums Americana Jump Kit Impossibly big and rich tones from a tiny grab-and-go setup. Virginia Beach–based RBH Drums…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO: Paiste PSTX Series Cymbals

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Paiste PSTX Series Cymbals Affordably priced, trashy effects hats, stacks, and crashes, plus a couple of calm, cooling bells.…

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Jul 30, 2015
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VIDEO DEMO: Craviotto Johnny C. Series Snare Drums

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Product Close-Up Craviotto Johnny C. Series Snare Drums “Affordable” was never a word associated with the king of steam-bent shells…until now.…

Modern Drummer
Jul 30, 2015

AUDIO DEMOS: Creative Compression Techniques: 4 Ways to Pump Up the Excitement in Your Drum Tracks

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Electronic Insights Creative Compression Techniques 4 Ways to Pump Up the Excitement in Your Drum Tracks by Mark Parsons If I…

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Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO LESSON! Progressive Drumming Essentials, Part 3: Polyrhythmic Grooves

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the September 2015 issue, which is available here. Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 3: Polyrhythmic Patterns by Aaron Edgar Last month we learned some of the theory behind polyrhythms,…

Modern Drummer
Jul 30, 2015

VIDEO LESSON! Pataflafla Hemiolas: Straight and Alternating Versions Over Half-Note Triplets

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Strictly Technique  Pataflafla Hemiolas Straight and Alternating Versions Over Half-Note Triplets by Bill Bachman This month we’re going to…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO LESSON! Progressive Drumming Essentials, Part 2: Demystifying Polyrhythms

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Rock Perspectives Progressive Drumming Essentials Part 2: Demystifying Polyrhythms by Aaron Edgar Polyrhythms, which are two contrasting subdivisions played…

Modern Drummer
Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Bone Custom Mineral Maple Drumset

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Bone Custom Drums Mineral Maple Drumset Strong visual aesthetics with the tones to back it up. Although…

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Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Zildjian FX Series Spiral Stacker Inspiring, funky sounds delivered in compact sizes. Seizing on the current trend toward…

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Jun 30, 2015
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VIDEO DEMO! Product Close-Up: Fidock 6x13 Heartbreaker Series Snare

This excerpt is taken from the complete review that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Product Close-Up Fidock 6x13 Heartbreaker Series Snare The crème de la crème of one of Australia’s finest tonewood connoisseurs. Fidock…

Modern Drummer
Jun 30, 2015

VIDEO DEMO! Get the Most Beat for Your Buck: 4 Options for Building a Primo Snare Collection on a Workingman’s Budget

This excerpt is taken from the complete article that appears in the August 2015 issue, which can be purchased at: http://wp.me/p1bQfj-fuj Shop Talk Get the Most Beat for Your Buck 4 Options for Building a Primo Snare Collection on a…

Modern Drummer
Jun 30, 2015
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